'SWAYAM', an initiative of the Government of India, aims at
A
promoting the Self Help Groups in rural areas
B
providing financial and technical assistance to young start-up entrepreneurs
C
promoting the education and health of adolescent girls
D
providing affordable and quality education to the citizens for free
Correct Answer
Explanation
SWAYAM (Study Webs of Active-Learning for Young Aspiring Minds) is an indigenous MOOC platform designed to provide free, high-quality online courses from school to post-graduation to bridge the digital divide. Option (b) is a common distractor as it describes entrepreneurship schemes like Startup India, whereas SWAYAM is strictly an educational initiative. The core concept tested is the government's use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to ensure equitable access to quality education.
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